Nanga Parbat's east face
Astore
Rama meadow, Deosai plateau and the towering Rupal face of Nanga Parbat.
Major points
Allah Wali Jheel, Perishing Valley
Allah Wali Jheel is a natural wonder at the far end of Perishing Valley near Gotamsar, about 45 minutes from Astore. From above, the winding river looks like the Arabic word Allah, in the middle of lush green fields.
Read more →Mazeno Pass
Mazeno Pass is a very high mountain pass at about 5,400 metres, crossing the Mazeno Ridge of Nanga Parbat from Rupal Valley in Astore to Diamer. It is one of the toughest and most spectacular treks in Pakistan.
Read more →Minimarg Valley
Minimarg is a remote alpine valley in Astore, with green meadows, forests, clear streams, and wooden settlements. It is the gateway to Domail, Rainbow Lake, and Crystal Lake.
Read more →Domail Rainbow Lake
Domail Rainbow Lake is a beautiful alpine lake in Minimarg Valley, surrounded by green meadows and wildflowers. Its changing colours and remote setting make it one of the most magical lakes in Astore.
Read more →Dirlay Lake
Dirlay Lake is a calm blue lake in Dirlay Valley, about two hours from Astore. Quiet fields, clear streams, and steep cliffs surround it, making it a peaceful half-day trip.
Read more →Kala Pani Valley (Astore)
Kala Pani is a quiet valley in Astore with lush meadows, clear streams, and steep mountain slopes. Reached through Gudai, it is one of the least developed and most peaceful alpine spots in the district.
Read more →Minimarg Valley
Minimarg Valley is one of the most breathtaking destinations in Astore District, Gilgit-Baltistan. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, lush green meadows, crystal-clear streams, and untouched alpine landscapes, Minimarg offers visitors an unforgettable travel experience. The valley also serves as the gateway to Domel, Rainbow Lake, and Crystal Lake, making it one of the most scenic places to visit in northern Pakistan.
Read more →Rama Meadows
Rama Meadows is a beautiful forested valley in Astore, covered with huge pine, cedar, and juniper trees. It is the base for visiting Rama Lake and offers camping beneath views of Nanga Parbat.
Read more →Deosai National Park (Astore Side)
Deosai is a vast alpine plateau at about 4,114 metres, between Astore and Skardu. From the Astore side it is reached through Chilim, with wildflower meadows, brown bears, and the famous Sheosar Lake.
Read more →Sheosar Lake (Blind Lake)
Sheosar Lake, the Blind Lake, is one of the highest lakes in the region at roughly 4,200 metres, in the western end of Deosai. It is a deep blue lake framed by open grassland, with Nanga Parbat visible on clear days.
Read more →Rupal Valley
Rupal Valley lies beneath the colossal southern face of Nanga Parbat. Green fields, potato farms, pine forest, and traditional villages sit under the tallest mountain wall in the world.
Read more →Rupal Face & Herrligkoffer Base Camp
Rupal Face is the south face of Nanga Parbat, rising about 4,500 metres from base to summit, among the tallest mountain walls in the world. The trek from Tarashing to Herrligkoffer Base Camp gives a close view of this giant face.
Read more →Rama Lake & Meadow
Alpine meadow with a view of Nanga Parbat's east face.
Read more →Rama Lake & Meadows
Alpine lake below Nanga Parbat.
Read more →Deosai Plains
Rolling plateau above 4,000 m — wildflowers in July.
Read more →Rupal Face
Tallest mountain wall on earth (4,600 m of vertical rock and ice).
Read more →Tarashing Village
Trailhead for Herrligkoffer / Rupal base camp.
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